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Chris Sullivan
Sully’s snow driving tips ahead of Seattle’s upcoming inclement weather
If your rear end starts skidding out to the right, turn the wheel to the right. That will help you recover faster.3 months ago
Chris Sullivan
WSP defends actions during protesters’ 5-hour takeover of I-5
The tactics used caught the WSP off guard, as protesters used cars as a blockade and flooded the lanes with people through cuts in the freeway fencing.3 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Door plug found after “explosive decompression” of Boeing Max 9
All Boeing 737 MAX-9s remain grounded this morning after an explosive decompression forced an Alaska flight into an emergency landing in Portland on Friday.3 months ago
Chris Sullivan
How is freeway encampment clearing going?
We still see tents along the sides of our freeways, but the state has made progress in clearing some of the most dangerous camps.4 months ago
Chris Sullivan
A traffic year that was tough on drivers, light on accomplishments
I hate to be so negative to end the year, but there wasn't a lot to celebrate on the traffic front in Washington state.4 months ago
Chris Sullivan
WSF: Ferry passenger ridership might never reach 2019 levels
We know the state ferry system is in crisis, but how deep is the financial hole facing the agency?4 months ago
Nate Connors
I-405 exit to Sunset Boulevard closes in Renton this weekend
The off-ramp closes Friday night at 11 p.m., reopening Monday morning at approximately 4:30 a.m.4 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Tunnel off-ramp to tame one of worst chokepoints on Eastside
A new tunnel off-ramp opens Thursday, which is designed to tame one of the worst chokepoints on the Eastside.4 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Could express lane tolls go up to $15? Decisions to come this week
The tolls on Interstate 405 and State Route 167 just aren't doing the job. Plans to raise them will likely be approved this week.4 months ago
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Video: The WORST commutes and traffic jams in Washington State history
In this video, we discuss the absolute worst commutes and traffic jams in Washington State’s history. Which ones did we miss? Let us know in the comments below! Check out more of Chris’ Chokepoints.4 months ago
Nate Connors
Seattle road closure: Montlake Boulevard won’t be available this weekend
Commuters on State Route 520 will not have access to the Montlake Boulevard exit and on-ramps beginning late Friday night.4 months ago
Chris Sullivan
New ferry boats in Washington at least four years away
Why? The bid to build the boats was double what the state expected and the contract was nixed.4 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: My apology to Plowie McPlow Plow
Lost in all the jokes about WSDOT giving its snow plows ridiculous names is that these tow plows really get the job done.5 months ago
Chris Sullivan
3 years of construction to widen I-5 in Pierce County begins
The next phase of construction to widen I-5 in Pierce County is now underway, and drivers can expect three years of traffic congestion.5 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Pack your chains for snow: State Patrol targeting big rigs on I-90
The State Patrol is on the prowl across I-90 and other mountain passes, making sure truck drivers are ready for the snow.5 months ago
Chris Sullivan
The mystery of the closed Kirkland overpass and Thanksgiving travel tips
Mike in Edmonds asked me about what he calls "the phantom" overpass of I-405 at NE 100th Street in Kirkland, plus Thanksgiving travel tips!5 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Final phase of SR 520 plan in jeopardy
We're down to the final few months of construction, as the Montlake lid should be finished early in the second quarter of next year and the reversible lane from State Route 520 to the Interstate 5 express lanes should be done by June.5 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Why the new I-90 ramp meters didn’t turn on Tuesday morning
I have been warning drivers for years that the Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) would be adding ramp meters to the I-90 connection to northbound I-5.5 months ago
Chris Sullivan
WSDOT claims it’s ready for mountain snow
Last year, WSDOT was down more than 120 people. WSDOT's Tina Werner said this year the agency is only down 25 positions.5 months ago
Chris Sullivan
I-405 to close over the weekend for overpass demolition
For those that didn't know, going in and picking out a broken girder or two in the middle of the bridge is pretty complicated, expensive and time-consuming.6 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Massive change coming for drivers between I-90 and I-5 in Seattle
The need for last-second dangerous merging and lane changing is almost over between I-90 and northbound I-5 in Seattle.6 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Light rail trains begin testing between Bellevue and Redmond
Trains are coming to the east link light rail tracks, so watch out for the rail crossings!6 months ago
Nate Connors
Studded-tire season begins again Nov. 1
Nov. 1 is when studded tires become legal in our state. This applies to all vehicles including out of state with no exceptions.6 months ago
